The first annual convocation of Indian Institute of Management, Raipur, was held at its Sejabahar Campus on
May 1, 2012 amidst much anticipation, excitement, joy, and pride. Decked in
their graduation robes, the 1st batch
of new, enthusiastic managers listened patiently to the words of wisdom from
the some of the most respected names of the country- Shri Nandan Nilekani who
was the Chief Guest for the occasion and Shri Hari S. Bhartia-Chairman, Board
of Governors, Indian Institute of Management, Raipur.
The
convocation began with traditional lighting of the lamp and with an invocation
to the Goddess of Learning and Knowledge- Goddess Saraswati. In such a solemn
environment the founder and current Director of the Institute- Prof. B.S.Sahay
rendered his first Director’s Report. In his report he emphasized on the
philosophy of the Institute of nurturing and developing the best of managerial
talent, with aim of contributing ethically to the growth and development of the
nation, organization and all its stakeholders.
Prof.
Sahay highlighted the Institute’s continuous endeavor to promote excellence in
academics, research, executive education, international linkages and
maintaining strong industry interface. The director announced starting of
Doctoral Programs at the Institute which in accordance with the aim of the
Institute will produce high level of research. The Post Graduate Program in
Management for Working Executives was also declared to have started.
